Power Steering Fluid problems of the 2008 Suzuki XL7

Fall 2018 had obd code for timing chain- replaced timing chain and tensioner, end of November 2019 pulsating at low speeds- alignment, new brakes, new tires. January 2020 made a u turn at low speeds approx. 2 mph and vehicle made grinding noise and shut off when started it back up steering became very stiff parked vehicle until March 2020 when it was brought to a mechanic, during diagnosis mechanic noted corrosion to both serpentine belt and timing chain due to oil leak from timing chain cover valves, had both serpentine and timing chains/tensioners replaced with new parts as well as valves and seals replaced, mechanic also noted balance harmonizer melted and deteriorating due to oil leak so replaced that as well, power steering pump replaced due to metallic pieces in power steering fluid and system was bled and flushed also regular maintenance spark plugs and oil change done. Steering was still stiff so mechanic put in a new rack and pinion, tie rods, steering gear and another new power steering pump at same time and an alignment was done after new rack was put in, steering still intermittently becomes stiff during turns, vehicle has also started to make loud squealing while turning and pulsating at low speeds. Internet search about vehicle year make and model with steering issues resulted in many complaints of same issues.

Took my 2008 Suzuki Xl7 premium into the shop because it was leaking fluid, making noises and was becoming hard to steer. 3 days later and 2 pumps later I still don't have my car back. They mechanic said they even flushed the power steering fluid out and there was metal shaving in it from the line. The dealership wants to charge the mechanic $500. For a new line and $500 for a new pump because of a defect on the manufacturer's end. I would like this to be looked into for recall purposes for safety and manufacture issues. Multiple sources state that there is a problem with it.

I have a problem with my Suzuki Xl7 2008 VIN/serial [xxx]. The power steering is leaking fluid and have to refill it continuously. The wheel makes noise when I make turns and also is becoming hard to maneuver. I took my vehicle to the south deerfoot Suzuki dealer at 7220 railway st se calgary, ab t2h 3a8 (1-888-284-1809), canada once I noticed this problem. At that time I had 62,000 km (38520 miles) on the vehicle. They could not find any problems. After I got tired of refueling the power steering fluid, I took it to the dealer again. This time I had 65,000 km (43390 miles). They found this time about three possible problems, but since the warranty of this vehicle had expired, I was told that I would be responsible for the repairs. Now, the leaking, the noise, and the maneuver have become more critical. I took the vehicle to a private mechanic shop. They found that the problem could be a seal damaged which connects to front side tire (the driver side)and recommended me that since the vehicle still new (2008) I should contact chacon Suzuki about the warranty. I also had contacted nicholas rockwell, fixed operations manager south deerfoot Suzuki about a possible power steering recall with Suzuki Xl7 2006 that could be applicable to my Suzuki 2008. I have filed a recall complain with NHTSA and I have contacted Suzuki canada in ontario. I have been recommended to contact the chacon Suzuki dealer at 3566 I-35 s, new braunfels, TX 78132 phone: 830-624-7000 and the south deerfoot Suzuki dealer david baker dealer principal mdbaker@shaw. Ca. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

Was told that I was hearing a noise that wasn't there when the rack n pinion started to fail. And that the dash board was suppose to crack. I really don't have enough characters to tell you how unsafe this car is so I'll just give you a list. Which take another 100+ out off my pocket, I can't fix the car but must pay for the insureance. I also can't register the car. And it is to dangerous todrive any way. While Suzuki files chapter 11. Lets see it one of the higher ups in the company will pay for it out of his bonus. 1 rack n pinion 2 dash board crack a passangers air bag was replaced crack again 3 rear strut had to be replaced on a 9 month old car because it was leaking4 front passengers seat came off 4 front passanger seat came off had to be replaced 5 drivers side door handle came off 6 driver side window works intermittently 7 drivers side lock dosen't work 8 replaced 4 power steering pumps at my cost 9 engine light code p0008 on can't register car. Causes possible causes of obd code p0008 10 stability control lights randomly go on and off 11 randomly lose speed from 65 to 25 on freeway 12 tire psi always wrong 13 windshield fluid motor no longer works. 14 " wiper in back goes off with out power 15 2nd row seat belts always get stuck 16 rear doors randomly have to be pried open 17 climate control in all 3 sections, as well as ac no longer work 18battery although in working order randomly needs to be jumped. 19 stereo although replace once switches from radio to aux. 20 1st time the jack was needed tire iron broke 21 metallic covering on inside door handles is peeling off causing hands to be sliced 22 console clip broke was replaced, now vanity mirror drivers side broke off.